We use THE GOLDMINE GRADING SYSTEM and grade very conservatively
MINT (M)
Absolutely perfect in every way. Never been played, possibly even still sealed. Extremely rare in our used vinyl categories..
NEAR MINT (NM OR M-)
An NM or M- record has most likely never been played or if it has, it contains no imperfections or signs of wear. The sleeve should also be near perfect and only show the most minor signs of having been handled. The LP cover should have no creases, folds, seam splits, punch-holes or other marks or other such defects. The same should be true for any additional materials included with the record such as posters or lyric sleeves, etc.
VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+)
A VG+ record will show slight signs of wear and defects should be of a cosmetic nature. These will not affect the actual playback of the record and any signs of wear, slight scuffs or very light scratches don’t affect the listening experience. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are acceptable. The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but it should be negligible. Spindle marks may be present. Picture sleeves and inner sleeves will have some slight wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a slight seam split. The LP cover may have slight signs of wear, a cut-out hole, indentation, or cut corner, etc.
VERY GOOD (VG)
Defects found in a VG+ record will be more pronounced with a VG record. Upon playback there may be surface noise, most notably during quieter sections and during a song’s intro and fade. This will not overpower the listening experience. Light scratches (deep enough to feel with your fingernail) and groove wear may be present which will affect the sound. Both the labels and LP may contain writing, stickers or their residue, etc. However a VG vinyl record will not have all of these defects at the same time.
GOOD (G), GOOD PLUS (G+)
A record in G or G+ condition will have noticeable surface noise, scratches and groove wear, but can still be played through without skipping. The cover or sleeve may have seam splits along with other writing, sticker or tape markings and ring wear. Although the record can be played through without skipping, there will be surface noise and ‘ticks’ that will be noticeable to the listener.
POOR (P), FAIR (F)
*Millpond does not carry P or F graded vinyl online.
Records graded P or F are badly damaged or warped and will not be able to play through without skipping or repeating. The LP cover, inner sleeves and picture sleeve also have extensive damage such as water, writing and split seams. We do not sell these online, but some are available for digging through for in store shopping anytime at prices between $1 and $4..
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Wanna DIG really really NEW arrivals? we have lots in store…. not yet processed or online. Crates & crates of records to spend quality time perusing.
We BUY Vinyl ! I offer 35% of Discogs median market price or better, for good vinyl.
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We are running out of shopping bags, and costs have gone through the roof now… please bring in your own reusable shopping bags when coming in to shop in person. (We are working on a solution, but i’m afraid we will need to start to charge for shopping bags soon 🙁 )
Super excited to have hit OVER 920+ Discogs shipments, and over 4000 in-store customers in our first 24 months of operating Millpond (all during Pandemic times!) Looking forwards to a very busy year ahead.
Thank you everyone for your support. (a special thanks to all our VIP members who actively support a LOCAL business)
and many thousands more vinyl, cd, cassette, VHS, DVD’s and BOOKS on hand for in-store browsing with more arriving daily..
and more to come…… soon. Yup, we’ve expanded a bit 🙂
NEW more convenient HOURS
Tues – Thursdays 10 am – noon. & 2 -5 pm.
Fridays & Saturdays 10 am – noon. & 2 – 6 pm.
Closed Mondays & Sundays
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*(new vinyl inventory updated as close to LIVE as humanly possible 🙂
And another year brings us to the
Best Record Store: Diamond (no record store category for 2022)
Best Book Store Used: Diamond
Best Book Store: Platinum
We BUY Vinyl ! I offer 35% of Discogs median price or better, for good vinyl.
Bring in good vinyl, go home with loads of cash!
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NEW, added a "hold for bulk shipping" option for your orders now. SAVE on shipping by combining various orders into one package for later FREE shipping.
Once your total reaches $200 or over (excluding taxes) let us know you want your order to ship now, and we ship it for FREE!
I need about 30 milk crates for records, like this. Bring yours in to fill or trade.
Wanna DIG really really NEW arrivals? we have lots in store.... in January we've had over 2000 vinyl LP's arrive for your digging pleasure in store. We'll get them up online asap.
We BUY Vinyl ! I offer 35% of Discogs median market price ( or better, for good vinyl)
Bring in good vinyl, go home with loads of cash!
We are running out of shopping bags, and costs have gone through the roof now... please bring in your own reusable shopping bags when coming in to shop in person. (We are working on a solution, but i'm afraid we will need to start to charge for shopping bags soon :-( )
Super excited to have hit OVER 920+ Discogs shipments, and over 4000 in-store customers in our first 24 months of operating Millpond (all during Pandemic times!) Looking forwards to a very busy year ahead.Thank you everyone for your support. (a special thanks to all our VIP members who actively support a LOCAL business)-Vince & Marsie.
NEW more convenient HOURS
Tues - Thursdays 10 am - noon. & 2 -5 pm.
Fridays & Saturdays 10 am - noon. & 2 - 6 pm.
Closed Mondays & Sundays
Shop ONLINE! Safely and easily here, OPEN 24/7.
We hope to see everyone again in the new year, and thanks for the support from everyone, this first year of running Millpond has been delightful in so many ways.
CHANGE: in LOGIN. To make it more convenient, we're trying out a system which should allow you to stay logged in more easily for your shopping. If you check the "remember me" box at login...... you will be logged in automatically on your next visit. One less step to get the MUSIC YOU WANT NOW!
If/when you clear your cookies or reset your browser, this is reset of course.
Join WaitlistWe will inform you when the product arrives in stock. Please leave your valid email address below. You might want to look to see if a NEW version is available to ORDER ONLINE here - use our link to NEWMUSIC.MILLPONDRB.CA to ORDER new vinyl. over 14000 to choose from, some great classics reissued.
CHANGE: in LOGIN. To make it more convenient, we’re trying out a system which should allow you to stay logged in more easily for your shopping. If you check the “remember me” box at login…… you will be logged in automatically on your next visit. One less step to get the MUSIC YOU WANT NOW
